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Forest Whitaker’s performance in The Last King of Scotland is nothing short of terrifying brilliance. As Idi Amin, he shifts effortlessly between charm and brutality, creating a character so magnetic and unpredictable you can’t look away. Whitaker doesn’t just play Amin — he embodies him, capturing the charisma, paranoia, and chilling power of a dictator who smiles one moment and strikes the next. It’s a towering performance that earned him the Oscar — and remains one of the most unforgettable p